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SaveMelbourne trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails and shared thousands of photos in this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Trail Running, Hiking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback and Dirtbiking. Trails here are often rocky. Scenery includes creeks, views and lakes. Common trail features include jumps, rock gardens and berms. Many trails are family friendly and good in wet weather. Amenities include water sources. Popular destinations include Plenty Gorge Park, Woodlands Historic Park and Quarry Hills Park.
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- Mountain Bike
458 trails
- E-Bike
335 trails
- Gravel Bike
160 trails
- Adaptive Bike
101 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
81 trails
- Horse
14 trails
- Hike
253 trails
- Trail Running
257 trails
- Dirtbike/Moto
6 trails
Region Details
- 57
- 42
- 166
- 149
- 36
- 7
- 1
Region Status
Open as of 1 dayStats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 475
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 458
- Trails E-Bike
- 335
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 160
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 101
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 81
- Trails Horse
- 14
- Trails Hike
- 253
- Trails Trail Running
- 257
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 6
- Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
- 3
- Total Distance
- 572 miles
- Total Descent
- 31,907 ft
- Total Vertical
- 5,044 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 5,045 ft
- Reports
- 3,832
- Photos
- 1,058
- Completed Counter
- 150,456
Sub Regions
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Maribyrnong Trails
- 7
- 3
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Newport Lakes
- 1
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Plenty Gorge Park
- 9
- 33
- 96
- 25
- 2
- 1
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Quarry Hills Park
- 3
- 3
- 3
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Woodlands Historic Park
- 30
- 2
Popular Melbourne Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 3.9 • 2,333 ft • 12 ft • 1,268 •
Pleasant single track climb from the plank bridge with a couple of technical features to keep the trail interesting. Downhill is equally rewarding especially when winding down the tight trail from the top.
• 100 ★ 3.4 • 4,196 ft • 36 ft • 1,103 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 36 ft green climb. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 1,434 ft • 80 ft • 1,026 •
A great flowing little down hill coming from the water tank end. Merges nicely into the . It is equally a great track to climb up but down hill is where it shines.
• 100 ★ 2.0 • 2,107 ft • 57 ft • 996 •
A small section of singletrack which follows the road up the hill and then around. Begins on grass, but leads onto hard rocky soil with ruts, rocks, and rough corners. Great alternative to the road for linking up trails!
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 1,913 ft • 83 ft • 982 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used uphill primary. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 90 ★ 2.7 • 390 ft • 40 ft • 922 •
The very top part of , between fence and the Triangle
• 100 ★ 4.3 • 1,955 ft • 21 ft • 909 •
Nice flowing blue trail, winding down the bottom of the gorge next to the river. This trail can be slippery during winter so just be careful. There are a few little pinch climbs here and there but it's mostly a nice flowy trail....
• 100 ★ 3.6 • 4,088 ft • 90 ft • 906 •
Flowing corners, off camber rocky pinches and narrow sections leading to the river below. Take caution on your first time. Crosses fire road to a fast steep descent , grassy dip and ultimately bridge crossing. Very challenging climb in...
Melbourne Mountain Bike Routes
PGMTB Tank Loop Featured
★ 5.0 • 3 miles • 279 ft • 4 • Loop •
The Tank Loop is a great introduction to Plenty Gorge MTB trails, suitable for all riders. The trail...
Cadel's Loop - PGMTB Official Loop Featured
2 miles • 280 ft • 5 • Loop •
Cadel's Loop is named after Australian MTB legend and Tour de France winner Cadel Evens who spent his...
Tank Loop - PGMTB Official Loop Featured
3 miles • 262 ft • 5 • Loop •
The Tank Loop is a great introduction to Plenty Gorge MTB trails, suitable for all riders. The trail...
Am I Lost Loop - Official PGMTB Loop Featured
4 miles • 449 ft • 9 • Loop •
The " " loop ventures a little further into the Gorge and a little more difficult than the Tank Loop. The...
★ 3.7 • 2 miles • 169 ft • 2 • Loop •
Easy going loop for XC & CX. No obstacles, singletrack joined together with sections of gravel path (parts...
★ 3.5 • 9 miles • 1,017 ft • 12 • Loop •
A 15km loop including some of the more fun and challenging sections at the South end of the Gorge: Rocking...
Photos of Melbourne Mountain Bike
Videos of Melbourne Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| 251 | add | report | activity #104831547 | Sep 29, 2026 @ 4:10am 1 day |
| 251 | add | report | activity #104764146 | Sep 27, 2026 @ 9:25pm 3 days |
| 251 | add | report | activity #104415506 and 1 more | Sep 23, 2026 @ 6:10am Sep 23, 2026 |
| 251 | add | report | activity #104415503 and 1 more | Sep 23, 2026 @ 6:10am Sep 23, 2026 |
| eddbread | wishlist | route | activity #104199668 | Sep 20, 2026 @ 4:26am Sep 20, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Bad Lands is now cleared, still needs a little... | Jul 9, 2026 @ 7:20pm Jul 9, 2026 | ||
| report | U | Jun 7, 2026 @ 4:55pm Jun 7, 2026 | ||
| trail | This green trail no longer exists... it's just... | Apr 10, 2026 @ 7:13pm Apr 10, 2026 | ||
| trail | Not just a pump track, some oval built jumps... | Jan 28, 2026 @ 2:30pm Jan 28, 2026 | ||
| trail | So good, make sure to walk it first. It most... | Jan 20, 2026 @ 2:18pm Jan 20, 2026 |
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Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Yarra Boulevard Skills Park | skill park | Melbourne | |
| Altona Meadows Dirt Jumps | skill park | Melbourne | |
| Eaglemont Dirt Jumps | skill park | Melbourne | |
| Bayside Jumps | skill park | Melbourne | |
| 40 Acres Dirt Jumps | skill park | Melbourne |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 458 | 558 miles | 30,974 ft | 239 miles | 5,046 ft | #46 | #5 | 963 | 3,829 | 44 | 367,184 | |
| E-Bike | 335 | 496 miles | 26,237 ft | 218 miles | 5,046 ft | #37 | #28 | 60 | 3,689 | 12 | 11,417 | |
| Gravel Bike | 160 | 436 miles | 17,500 ft | 190 miles | 5,046 ft | #21 | #6 | 2 | 322 | 9 | 1,543 | |
| Adaptive Bike | 101 | 283 miles | 7,631 ft | 122 miles | 771 ft | #7 | #2 | 370 | 3 | 7 | ||
| Winter Fat Bike | 81 | 225 miles | 4,944 ft | 90 miles | 810 ft | #12 | #3 | 308 | 3 | |||
| Horse | 14 | 15 miles | 1,896 ft | 5 miles | 4,908 ft | #113 | #11 | 1 | 960 | 1 | ||
| Hike | 253 | 481 miles | 20,778 ft | 204 miles | 5,046 ft | #84 | #8 | 11 | 3,718 | 4 | 2,854 | |
| Trail Running | 257 | 483 miles | 21,001 ft | 204 miles | 5,046 ft | #81 | #7 | 21 | 3,722 | 7 | 15,952 | |
| Dirtbike/Moto | 6 | 18 miles | 3,182 ft | 9 miles | 5,020 ft | #103 | #5 | 959 | 30 | |||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 3 | 5 miles | 843 ft | 2 miles | 4,446 ft | 961 | 12 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Melbourne?
Melbourne has 11 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Melbourne?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Melbourne are:
- Crop Circles (4.3/5)
- Downhill Demon (4.2/5)
- Tiddalik (4.2/5)
- In the Dog Connector (4.2/5)
- The Plumber (4.2/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Melbourne?
There are 22 parking locations listed in Melbourne. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Melbourne?
The longest trail in Melbourne is Western Ring Road Trail at 25.5 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Melbourne?
The best hiking trails in Melbourne are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Melbourne?
The best trail running trails in Melbourne are:
- Dights Falls Loop Trail
- Wilson Reserve Trail
- Tear drop island paradise
- Port Melbourne Rail Trail
- Inner Circle Rail Trail
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What are the best & highest rated dirtbiking trails in Melbourne?
The best dirtbiking trails in Melbourne are: View all dirtbiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Melbourne?
Melbourne has a total of 475 trails. Of those, 458 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Melbourne to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Melbourne?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Melbourne is Maribyrnong River Trail with 625 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Melbourne?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Melbourne is P.F.F. Track with 571 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Melbourne?
Melbourne supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking.
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What bike services are there in Melbourne?
The following bike services are available in Melbourne:
- Bike Shop (22)
- Trail Association (4)
- Club (3)
- Land Managers (2)
- Guides & Tours (1)
- Coaching & Camps (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Melbourne?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Melbourne is Quarry Hills Climb with an average grade of 14.5%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Melbourne?
Yes, there are 7 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Melbourne. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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What trails have the biggest jumps in Melbourne?
The trails with the biggest jumps in Melbourne are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in Melbourne?
The overall region status for Melbourne is Clear / Green. Out of 319 trails:
- Clear / Green: 277
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 19
- Significant Issue / Amber: 18
- Closed: 5
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What are the trail conditions in Melbourne?
Based on trail reports from the past week in Melbourne:
- Ideal: 5 trails
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Can I ride an ebike in Melbourne?
Yes, Melbourne supports e-bike riding. There are 316 trails in Melbourne that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Melbourne?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Melbourne are: View all mountain biking routes in Melbourne.
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What is the highest summit in Melbourne?
The highest summit in Melbourne is Mount Freezeout at 5,381 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Melbourne?
The most popular Strava segments in Melbourne are:
- Golden Mile (89,358 athletes)
- The Green Mile (87,193 athletes)
- Col de Charman (77,266 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Melbourne?
There are 22 technical trail features (TTFs) in Melbourne. Some popular features include:
- De Chene Drop (Drop)
- Skinny Log Ride (Skinny)
- Rampage Drop (Drop)
- Creek Crossing (Other)
- Komorebi Bridge (Bridge)
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What trails are closed in Melbourne?
There are currently 5 closed trails in Melbourne. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 277
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 19
- Significant Issue / Amber: 18
- Closed: 5
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Melbourne?
Yes, there are 102 accessible/adaptive trails in Melbourne. View all adaptive trails in Melbourne for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Melbourne?
There are 8 local clubs or associations listed in the Melbourne directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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Are there any mountain biking guiding or tour operators in Melbourne?
Yes, there are mountain biking guiding and tour operators in Melbourne: Browse all guiding and tour operators in Melbourne.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Melbourne?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Melbourne are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Melbourne?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Melbourne are:
- Make No Bones About It (5/5)
- Golf Course Loop (3/5)
- Rocky Rut Rise (2/5)
Activities
Trails
Points of Interest
- Velodrome, Hawthorn Other
- Mirimbah Park Gravel Cycling Hub Information
- Duffys Lookout Viewpoint
- Narrow Bridge in U-Turn TTF
- Eagle Lookout Viewpoint
- Rock Feature TTF
- Log Ride TTF
- The Troll Bridge TTF
- Immigration Monument Lookout Viewpoint
- Point Cook Homestead Viewpoint
- Mount Freezeout (5,381 ft)
- Mount Sugarloaf (4,915 ft)
- Paddy Hill (3,123 ft)
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